Gola A. Niolet "Ann", age 67, passed away April 17, 2026, in Pass Christian, MS.

Ann was born on April 12, 1959, in Knoxville, Tennessee; the daughter of the late Carl and Dorothy Shults.

Our mother was the glue that held our family together. She loved to host gatherings at her house, cooking for every holiday, including birthdays. She always made sure we were all there celebrating.

In addition to Ann’s parents, she is preceded in death by her two brothers, David Shults, Charles Shults, and by her sister-in-law Sheila Shults.

Ann leaves behind her longtime spouse, William E. Niolet "Bill" of Pass Christian, MS; stepdaughter Sunny Oustalet (Dale/Papa D); three daughters Connie Crosby (Craig), Theresa Breland, Paige Patterson and three sons Gregory Shults, Jaxon Niolet (Erika) and Carl Wilson (Brooke).

Ann is also survived by her fifteen grandchildren: Chad Oustalet (Ariana), Brennan Oustalet (Nicole), Trey Crosby, Amber Crosby, Brayden (Spanky) Breland, Shane Carr, Caleb Trahan, Brylee Niolet (Jade), Mason Niolet (Trisha), Skyler Wilson, Harper Wilson, Carson Wilson, Shawn Necaise, Jordan Jarrell, Kiro Khadaroo and four great-grandchildren Annaliese Niolet, Rowan Woods Niolet, Cliff Oustalet and Brielle Oustalet.

Ann also leaves behind one sister, Linda Hodges (Tommy), two brothers Michael Shults (Cheryl), Stanley Shults and eight nieces and five nephews. Ann also had several great-nieces and great-nephews.

In accordance with her wishes, no services will be held at this time.

Riemann Family Funeral Home, Pass Christian, is honored to serve the family during this difficult time.